Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Cardiovascular Surgery Unit

UAHSF; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual stipend of $20,000

CME allowance of $2,000 per year

Eligible for benefits

Job summary

UAHSF is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) for the Cardiovascular Surgery Unit in Birmingham, Alabama. This full-time role involves providing care for cardiac patients in an inpatient setting, working 14–16 shifts per month, primarily during night hours.

The APP will be responsible for formulating comprehensive care plans, documenting assessments, and collaborating with a Board-Certified Physician. Benefits include a possible annual stipend, a continuing medical education allowance, and full-time status with eligibility for additional benefits.

Qualifications

• Clinical knowledge necessary to perform history and physical examinations.
• Ability to formulate comprehensive patient care plans.
• Expert clinical resource in the area of specialty.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care and treatment to surgical patients under supervision.
• Ensure complete documentation of patient assessments and care plans.
• Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests for patients.

Job description

Advanced Practice Provider - CV Surgery Unit

The following APPs may be considered for this role: Adult Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.

Work Schedule

Full‑time, benefited. 12hr shift: PM (6pm–6am). 14–16 shifts per month. Weekends and holidays required.

Compensation

• An annual $20,000 PM stipend (paid monthly) may be available.
• This full‑time advanced practice provider (APP) position is eligible for benefits.
• Full‑time APPs at UAB Medicine receive a $2,000 allowance per year for continuing medical education (CME) opportunities.

Job Highlights

UAB Medicine is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our Cardiovascular Surgery Unit team. The APP will be required to work 3–4 shifts per week for a total of 14–16 shifts per month from 6p‑6a. The APP will be responsible for seeing cardiovascular surgical, interventional cardiology, and structural interventional patients in an inpatient setting, including any new consults or overnight admissions. The APP should have the clinical knowledge necessary to perform history and physical, appropriate examinations/diagnoses for patients with cardiac issues. No operative responsibilities or operative duties are required.

General Responsibilities

To provide medical care and treatment within established scope of practice to surgical patients as assigned by and under the direction of the collaborating physician or under supervision of a Board‑Certified Physician.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

1. Formulate and implement comprehensive patient care plans focused on surgical interventions, including patient and family education, prescriptions, additional laboratory and diagnostic testing, and therapies.
2. Ensure complete documentation of patient assessments, care plans, and care provided.
3. Order and interpret laboratory and other diagnostic tests for the patient.
4. Maintain records and reports as required by regulatory agencies and The Joint Commission (TJC); may coordinate and/or participate in performance and quality improvement activities.
5. Assist in the coordination of research protocols, serving as a patient advocate and a liaison between the patient and other healthcare providers.
6. Assist in orientation and/or training of new clinical personnel as needed; conduct workshops, in‑service training and distribute appropriate materials for patients and staff.
7. Serve as the expert clinical resource to clinical staff and patients in the area of specialty.
8. Provide a safe environment for patients and others.
9. Demonstrate a responsible attitude toward continued professional growth.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.